Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Pincher Creek; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Pincher Creek is seeking a Registered Nurse for a benefit-eligible temporary part‑time role in acute care and the emergency department. The centre includes 16 acute care beds, two operating rooms and a full suite of services.

Provisional permits earn $40.76–$55.79/hr; after full permit, pay aligns with UNA guidelines. FTE 0.54, shifts Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends, posting ends Oct 19, 2026, start Oct 29, 2026, end date Nov 30, 2027.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations.
• Utilize nursing processes with critical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
• Teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and families.

Skills

BCLS-HCP certification

Acute care nursing

Wound care

IV insertion

PICC lines

Education

Accredited nursing education program

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Pincher Creek currently has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse in a benefit eligible temporary part‑time employee position on acute care and in the emergency department. The Pincher Creek Health Care Centre has 16 acute care beds, two operating rooms, and an emergency room. As well, the Centre includes home care services, diagnostic imaging, Radiology Associates, laboratory services, Allied Health services, acute and ambulatory care, and public health nursing. This environment is suitable for a Registered Nurse who has recent medical/surgical, maternity and emergency nursing experience. The Town of Pincher Creek is a well‑established community located at the edge of southern Alberta. Nestled near the mountains, Castle Mountain is a short drive away, and Waterton Lakes National Park is also just a quick jaunt for all outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. With a variety of winter and summer activities and a diversity of amenities and tourist attractions, Pincher Creek embodies the benefits of balancing work with life. Of course, if you need some time in the city, Lethbridge is just an hour’s drive away and Great Falls, Montana is only four hours for a weekend of shopping in the states.

Description:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well‑being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

Classification: Registered Nurse
Union: United Nurses of Alberta
Unit and Program: Acute Care / Emergency
Primary Location: Pincher Creek Health Centre
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
FTE: 0.54
Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
Date Available: 29-OCT-2026
Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2027
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 12
Shifts per cycle: 31
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $44.56
Maximum Salary: $60.98
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.


• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA).


• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Recent experience in Acute Care Nursing, Women’s Health and/or Labour and Delivery and Emergency Room Nursing required.


• Current experience with Wound Care, dressing changes, tube feeds, TPN, IV Insertion and PICC lines, wound and skin care required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Defibrillation, IV, NRP and ACLS certifications preferred. If not completed prior to hire, can be completed within 3 months of hire through in-service education.


• Emergency Room and Labour and Delivery experience and associated certifications preferred.